Football: Levein boosts Beath; THIRD DIVISION.

COWDENBEATH manager Craig Levein was busy yesterday in the transfer market as speculation continued over his future.

Former Hearts and Scotland defender Levein has been linked with a move back to Tynecastle after Jim Jefferies quit this week.

But as he prepares his side to face DUMBARTON today, he made a signing raid on the Boghead club by capturing midfielder Toby King.

But Levein won't include him today, explaining: "Toby trained with us in midweek but had to be careful as he is carrying a slight knock."

Sons caretaker boss Tom Carson takes charge while the search goes on for a new manager following the resignation of Jimmy Brown.

HAMILTON received a shock yesterday with the news that Ross McLaren could miss the rest of the season due to a slipped disc.

In addition, Chris Hillcoat is still out as the Accies take on a PETERHEAD side who wait for a late fitness test on striker Iain Stewart.

Peterhead boss Ian Wilson said: "It is important to win our home games and this is our chance to close up on the three above us in the league."

EAST FIFE manager Rab Shannon will be in charge of the side against BRECHIN despite the shock of the death of his brother earlier this week.

Assistant David Gorman said yesterday: "It has stunned all of us."

Brechin have Kevin Bain suspended and Gary Smith will come in with manager Dick Campbell saying: "I told the lads the line-up on Thursday and we worked on that at training."

ALBION ROVERS will be without Chris Silvestro and Mark Booth who are both suspended after being sent off last week as they face EAST STIRLING.

Shire boss George Fairley was still bidding yesterday to bring in a newcomer but said: "I may not be successful in time for tomorrow."

MONTROSE caretaker John Sheran is hoping a decision on his position will be made after the clash with ELGIN as he bids to take over permanently.

Paul McIlravey and Barry Thomson are still missing, while Elgin have put striker Mark Slythe on the transfer list.

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SWOOP: Boss Craig Levein